ouch
The origin and history of ouch.
Etymology
Its exact origin is debated. Some trace it to German autsch by way of Pennsylvania German communities in the 1800s; others say it's simply a natural pain-cry that English speakers have used since the 1600s.
Class of 1800
ouch first entered the language around 1800. Other words from the same year:
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